New photos of a tower “The Shard”, a multi-functional building which will construct near to London Bridge are published. Design: Renzo Piano Building Workshop.
Works on building of a building in height of 306 metres which should be placed on a place of the wrong form near to station “London Bridge” have begun. The tower is a part of new building, London Bridge Quarter.
The design concept: some front glass blocks which are located under an inclination inside, but not incorporating completely. The image is inspired by ship masts by which Thames has once been filled.
On 72 floors offices, apartments, hotel, the trading areas and restaurants will be placed; in the top, survey part of a building (15 floors) the gallery will be placed.
The tower will be constructed on a place of a building of 1970 year of construction (Southwark Tower) which has been decided to dismantle for preparation of a place of building. The project is planned to finish by 2012th year.
The transparent bubbles will soar over the main stadium of Olympic Games '12. This digital cloud will serve as a viewing platform, and also will be the stand for the huge plasma display.
Clouds over London
The Cloud — this enterprise advanced by the international command of architects, designers and the engineers, including one of known laboratories — MIT SENSEable City Lab. The project "The Cloud" is the applicant for the best ornament of the Olympic park proclaimed Boris Johnson (the mayor of London).
Olympic games is a fine occasion to introduce something not ordinary and innovative in shape of conservative London.
Clouds by Tomas Saraceno
Initiators "The Cloud" say, that the thought on a congestion of manned bubbles "has sprouted" from works of the German designer of the Argentina origin of Tomas Saraceno which built time and again inflatable sculptures and installations of a thin transparent film.
In all cases the plan provided interaction of object and spectators who were offered to plunge into a construction, and even to "do some flying" in clouds.
The building for faculty of drawing Royal College of Art is more similar to a place for faculty of hairdresser's art — an equal teeth and a roof teeth are ideally combed by architects under a comb. The project of the London architects from Haworth Tompkins.
Original college in London
Originality of a design consists that have inserted a steel skeleton into an existing brick building. The zigzag roof from a North side is glazed, allowing to provide a premise additional illumination. In a building 58 students can be trained.
Here rooms for study, seminars, exhibitions, administrative premises, and also studios for the artists coming on various actions will be equipped.
By SARAH BULL High flier: Jennifer Lopez arrived in London after travelling on a private jet ahead of the Capital FM Summertime Ball this weekend She's one of the most famous singers in the world, so it's no wonder that when Jennifer Lopez travels, she does it in style. The 41-year-old star arrived at London's Luton Airport in a private jet ahead of Capital FM's Summertime Ball this weekend. And Lopez wasn't alone on the flight, as she was accompanied by her two-year-old twins Max and Emme as well as her mother Guadalupe. Stylish traveller: Lopez looked stunning in a pretty maxi dress and wedges J. Lo also ensured she looked best on the flight, wearing a pretty nude maxi dress and sky-high wedges. The singer spoke recently about her battle to maintain her figure, saying her husband Marc Anthony loves her Latina curves. She said: 'Marc loves my curves, but I wouldn’t say he gets me to eat more. But he likes it when I feel good about myself. I don't want to get off! Jennifer's son Max appeared to be in a troublesome mood Here to help: Lopez's mother Guadalupe was also on the trip Smile! One of Lopez's staff tries to capture a shot of Lopez's two-year-old daughter Emme Bling-bling: Always glamorous J-Lo travels in style Fresh as a daisy: Lopez arrives at her hotel in London looking like a true diva source: dailymail
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER Much missed dish: David Beckham enjoyed a meal of pie and mash when he landed in London earlier today. He posted a picture to his Facebook page His boys have adapted well to their lives Stateside and appear to like nothing more than tucking into local foods. But while David Beckham might love his life out in sunny L.A. when he is back home he likes nothing more than tucking into traditional British fare. The footballer arrived in London this morning and wasted no time sourcing his most-desired local dish. Delicious: David and Victoria Beckham's son Brooklyn, 12, was seen enjoying a slice of cheesy pizza as he watched his dad play for LA Galaxy David posted a picture of himself enjoying the comfort food and said: 'Landed back in London this morning. Missed my favourite meal, so headed straight for some pie and mash. Heading upto Manchester tomorrow, can't wait.' While Beckham might miss British food it seems that his boys have developed a taste for American food and were seen enjoying three different dishes earlier this week. Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz were all seen tucking into some tasty treats which are virtually staples at American football games as they watched their dad play for LA Galaxy. While Brooklyn, 12, appeared to be enjoying a slice of cheesy pizza, Romeo, eight, wolfed down some blue candy floss, and six-year-old Cruz seemed to like his hot dog. Tasty: Romeo (left) and Cruz certainly seemed to be enjoying their candy floss Meanwhile, as Victoria keeps busy with her fashion range during her last few weeks of pregnancy, David has also got some new fashion plans himself. The 36-year-old sportsman has announced his plans to launch his own male underwear range. David fronted the Emporio Armani underwear campaign in 2007, appearing on giant billboards and magazine spreads, which resulted in a doubling of profits for the Italian company in one year, from around £14.1 million to £38.7 million. My favourite! Cruz, six, tucked into a hot dog as he watched the match His Armani experience gave him insight into the fashion industry and he soon spotted a gap in the market for well-cut T-shirts and fitted boxer shorts. He said: 'I have had the idea of doing a bodywear collection for some time now. 'The push to do something of my own really came as a result of my collaboration with Armani. 'It proved to me that there is a real market for good-looking, well-made men's bodywear.' In action: The boys were watching their father David play for LA Galaxy source: dailymail
By DAVID DERBYSHIRE and RAY MASSEY On the ground: A car drives towards the erupting Grimsvotn volcano which has sent thousands of tonnes of volcanic ash into the sky BA, Easyjet, Loganair, KLM and Eastern Airways all cancel flights after Civil Aviation Authority warning Passengers stranded overnight at Edinburgh airport as chaos starts with 252 flights cancelled Ash cloud expected over Heathrow at around 1pm All flights from Heathrow and London City airports to and from Scotland cancelled President Obama cuts short his stay in Ireland to avoid effects of ash cloud Aviation sector says it is better prepared than last year Transport Secretary warns of further disruption in the week ahead Stranded: Passengers sleep on the floor at Edinburgh Airport after their flights were cancelled late last night Tens of thousands of families are facing air travel chaos from today – and into the half-term holidays – as a thick cloud of volcanic ash descends over the UK. The towering plume of Icelandic ash, smoke and steam hit Scotland and Ireland last night, bringing disruption to airlines, leading to the cancellation of 252 flights - and forecasters say the plume is expected to reach Heathrow airport by 1pm bringing further chaos. British Airways and a host of other airlines last night cancelled all flights between London and Scotland until 2pm today, and the Civil Aviation Authority has said the ash cloud is moving unpredictably and changing by the hour. Closer to the source: A plane flies past smoke plume from the eruption of the Grimsvotn volcano in Southeast Iceland but flights in Britain are being cancelled Stationary: Eastern Airways, which has cancelled all flights to an from Scotland, now has its planes standing still at Aberdeen Airport Shortly after 8am the Met Office said that high level densities of ash were likely to be confined to Scotland and northern England today. A Met Office spokeswoman went on: 'The weather is uncertain over the next few days. We have a low pressure system moving in tomorrow and there could be some westerly winds. 'However, very small changes in weather patterns can make very large changes in how the ash will move.' Between 30 and 40 BA flights will be affected from airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and London City to and from Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen. The airline runs 80 flights a day between these airports. Pink lightening: The stormy conditions around the Grimsvotn volcano look dramatic but authorities insist that it poses a lesser threat than the last ash cloud Problems: The departures board at Edinburgh Airport shows the disruption caused by the volcanic ash cloud already Royal Dutch Airlines KLM cancelled the 16 flights scheduled for this morning to and from Aberdeen, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Newcastle. The airlines said customers on any cancelled flights will be able to claim a full refund or rebook on to alternative flights – and that all other flights will operate as scheduled. A BA spokesman said: ‘We would urge customers not to travel to the airport if their flight has been cancelled.’ At least 36 flights were cancelled in Scotland last night and today, as airports across Britain were put on stand-by for imminent disruption. Easy Jet, Aer Lingus, Flybe, KLM, Logan Air and Eastern Airways have all cancelled flights to and from Scotland. Ryan Air has been ordered by the Irish Aviation Authority to cancel flights to and from Glasgow, Prestwick, Edinburgh and Aberdeen. Presidential flight: Barack Obama and Air Force One touch down at Stansted Airport last night after he was forced to rearrange his plans because of the ash cloud 'Perhaps it's a little bit too early to be absolutely sure about that, but clearly that's the most important thing - if the ash stops belching out of the volcano then, after a few days, the problem will have cleared, so that's one of the factors. 'The other is the wind speed and direction. At the moment the weather patterns are very volatile which is what is making it quite difficult, unlike last year, to predict where the ash will go. 'The public can be absolutely confident the regulators that airlines are only able to operate when it is safe to do so.' U.S. President Barack Obama flew from Ireland to London last night – a day early – to ensure the cloud does not delay his state visit. Haves and have nots: President Obama flew early so he could avoid being stuck in Ireland longer than he wanted, but these stranded passengers at Edinburgh Airport didn't have that luxury Grey skies: Emergency services vehicles in Kirkjubaearklaustur are covered in a thick layer of the volcanic ash from clouds that are now passing over Britain How are we going to get home? Tourists leave the Islandia Hotel yesterday in Nupur as ash continue to pour out of the erupting volcano What happens now depends on three things. How long the volcano continues to erupt (this could be days or just hours); how the airlines decide to interpret the ash guidelines issued by the Civil Aviation Authority – which is unknown – and, lastly, the weather. With a fair wind and a bit of geological luck, holidaymakers might manage to get away as planned this weekend. But if, like the millions of Britons who enjoyed the blissfully silent skies of April last year, Iceland’s trolls and elves decide they too appreciate the silence of plane-free skies, we could be looking at yet another week of travel nightmare for millions. UK airspace is 'better prepared' for volcanic ash cloud as flights could be threatened
As armed groups in Syria and Iraq destroy priceless archaeological sites, European authorities and dealers are on high alert for smaller, looted artefacts put on sale to help finance the jihadists' war.Looted funerary reliefs from Palmyra [Credit: AP/SANA]
Stolen-art expert Chris Marinello, director of Art Recovery International, said he has been shown photographs of items being offered from Syria that were "clearly looted right out of the ground".
"You could still see dirt on some of these objects," he told AFP.
They included cylinder seals, Roman bottles and vases, although Marinello said it was unclear whether the items were still in Syria, were in transit or had arrived in the key markets of Europe and the United States.
Concerns about looting during the Syrian war have increased following the advance of the Islamic State group through parts of Syria and Iraq, and recent propaganda videos showing their destruction of ancient sites such as Nimrud.
The UN Security Council in February demanded UN states act to stop the trade in cultural property from those two countries, amid warnings that they represented a significant source of funding for the militant group.
Experts say it is impossible to put a value on antiquities looted from Syria, which has been home to many civilisations through the millennia, from the Canaanites to the Ottomans.
The London-based International Association of Dealers in Ancient Art (IADAA) estimates the entire legitimate antiquities market in 2013 was worth between 150 and 200 million euros ($160-215 million).
Marinello said reputable dealers are "being very careful not to touch anything that could remotely be part of this recent wave of looting".
But Hermann Parzinger, an archaeologist and president of the Germany-based Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation, said there was an "enormous market" from private buyers.
He warned that the cultural costs were huge, telling AFP: "The context which is so important to reconstruct the history of these civilisations is completely destroyed."
Italy has proposed that world heritage body UNESCO create a military taskforce to protect cultural sites in war zones, but many experts believe little can be done to stop the current destruction.
Instead, they are forced to wait until the conflict ends and watch in horror as priceless historic sites are destroyed and the spoils gradually emerge onto the market.
Vernon Rapley, a former head of the art and antiquities squad at London's Metropolitan Police, expects many Syrian items to be held back to avoid flooding the market, as occurred after the US-led invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan.
The looted artefacts were likely to be "hauled up in warehouses either in the country or near the country, and only linked to the art trade in small pieces and at a later stage", he told AFP.
Stephane Thefo, who leads an Interpol unit dedicated to fighting the illegal trafficking of cultural goods, agreed that many items may disappear for years -- but insisted that tackling the trade was the best way to combat looting.
The French policeman would like to see tougher national laws on trafficking of cultural goods, something Germany is currently considering.
"We have to act by seeking to narrow markets for the illicit trade, hoping that by curbing the demand, the supply would eventually decrease," Thefo said.
Identifying looted objects is no easy task, however, not least because cultural crime is rarely a police priority.
The law puts the onus on the authorities to prove an item is illegal and a long delay in an artefact being sold, or multiple owners, make it hard to establish provenance.
At a conference at the V&A museum in London this week on the destruction of cultural property in conflict areas in Iraq and Syria, Mali, Libya and Yemen, archaeologists stressed the need for proper inventories of heritage sites.
They noted that objects that have been photographed and digitally catalogued are more likely to be recovered.
Interpol is currently building a database of stolen objects, and James Ede, a London dealer and IADAA board member, urged cultural bodies to share their information with dealers.
"This material will necessarily surface on the open market sooner or later. The challenge therefore is to identify it and where possible to return it when it is safe to do so," he said.
Author: Alice Ritchie | Source: AFP [April 17, 2015]
By JAMES WHITE Newlyweds: Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge, back from their honeymoon, meet with the First couple inside Buckingham Palace President and First Lady flew to London a day early due to ash cloud fears Just third state visit by U.S. President to Britain in 100 years Obama and Cameron vow to support 'Arab Spring' uprising Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge today welcomed the President of the United States to Buckingham Palace in their first big test as a Royal couple. Fresh from their Seychelles honeymoon, a well-tanned Duchess of Cambridge performed her Royal duties with aplomb as she spoke to Mr and Mrs Obama in a 10-minute private meeting. There were smiles all round moments earlier when the Obamas arrived at Buckingham Palace and were met by the Queen and Prince Philip. Sorry we couldn't make the wedding: The couples chat and no doubt the recent Royal marriage ceremony was a topic of conversation Friendly: The couples met before President Obama was the subject of a 41-gun salute They arrived in the Presidential limousine known as The Beast, which pulled into the front of Buckingham Palace just before noon. After the meeting of the heads of state, the Obamas spent about 10 minutes speaking with Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge, before meeting more Royal figures. Senior members of the Queen's household were introduced to the Obamas in the Bow room. Among them were the Queen's private secretary Christopher Geidt, her treasurer Sir Alan Reed, master of the household Air Vice Marshall David Walker, and the Lord Chamberlain Earl Peel. Others who met the president and his wife included Brigadier Archie Miller-Bakewell, Philip's private secretary, Lieutenant Colonel Andrew Ford, comptroller of the Lord Chamberlain's Office, and a number of ladies-in-waiting to the Queen including Virginia Ogilvy, Countess of Airlie. Having a giggle: The Duchess of Cambridge and Michelle Obama enjoy a brief moment of hilarity during their meeting Meet and greet: The Queen welcomes Barack Obama to Buckingham Palace, watched by his wife Michelle and Prince Philip Old friends reunited: Two years on from their last meeting, the Obamas and the Queen and Prince Philip look pleased to see one another The Obamas were then taken to Buckingham Palace Gardens where they faced with a guard of honour, 101 soldiers from the 1st Battalion, Scots Guards, and three officers lined up in two rows. Behind them were the Band, Pipes and Drums of the Scots Guard. The air was shattered by the noise of booming gunfire as a 41-gun salute was begun by the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery in nearby Green Park while simultaneously at the Tower of London another was fired by the Honourable Artillery Company. The guardsmen gave a royal salute and then the American national anthem was played in honour of the US president. Hold on to your hats! The windy weather plays havoc with the Royal party Ceremonial welcome: The Obamas are joined by members of the Royal Family to hear the U.S. national anthem The British National Anthem was not performed as the Queen is in residence at the palace and so it was needed to mark her arrival at the historic building. Major Rory Shannon, in command of the guard of honour, approached the heads of state and formally stated that the troops were ready for inspection. Mr Obama, with the Duke, then walked down the terrace steps to the waiting soldiers in their bearskins and scarlet tunics. The major escorted the president along the two lines of guardsmen as Philip followed a pace behind. The U.S. leader could be seen exchanging words with the senior officer as they passed the troops who, when not performing ceremonial duties, are fighting soldiers. Guard of honour: Prince Philip accompanies Mr Obama as they inspect soldiers of the Household Cavalry in Buckingham Palace Gardens Protection: The heavily-armoured Presidential limousine arrives at Buckingham Palace At the end of the inspection, Mr Obama took his place beside the Queen and watched as the guardsmen marched off before the party headed inside for lunch. Earlier the President declared the UK-U.S. partnership 'an essential relationship for us and for the world'. But he began his visit today by making a solemn statement about the loss of life in Joplin, Missouri, where a tornado claimed 116 lives on Sunday night. The U.S. president flew into Stansted airport ahead of schedule last night to avoid the possibility of disruption to air travel from the ash cloud from an erupting Icelandic volcano. He had been due to fly from Ireland on board Air Force One this morning to be greeted at the Essex airport by the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall. But the decision was taken to bring forward the visit after the announcement of cancellations to some UK commercial flights due to the ash billowing from the Grimsvotn volcano - with more disruption expected in the days to come. Arrival: Crowds strain to take pictures of the Presidential limousine, accompanied by police outriders, as it arrives at Buckingham Palace Welcoming party: President Obama, left with Prince Charles, and First Lady Michelle, right with the Duchess of Cornwall, leave the U.S. Ambassador's residence Winfield House today Relaxed: The President enjoys a joke with Prince Charles, left, while Michelle Obama and the Duchess of Cornwall are deep in conversation The state visit - only the third by a U.S. president to the UK in 100 years - comes at a time of close co-operation between Britain and America on issues ranging from Libya to Afghanistan, counter-terrorism and the Middle East peace process. This strong partnership was reflected in a joint article written by Mr Obama and Prime Minister David Cameron for The Times, in which they declare: 'Ours is not just a special relationship, it is an essential relationship - for us and for the world.' After his early arrival, Mr Obama was spending the night in the US ambassador's residence in London, Winfield House in Regent's Park. Solemn: Barack Obama began his British visit today by making a statement about the appalling loss of life in Joplin, Missouri, where a tornado left at least 116 people dead Despite the hasty change to their planned schedule, Mr Obama and wife Michelle were still given the formal welcome expected of a state visit. They were greeted by the Lord in Waiting Viscount Brookeborough, who met them on behalf of the Queen. Instead of a traditional red carpet they left the plane on special red-carpeted stairs because of windy conditions at the airport. Later today the Obamas will view the royal picture gallery before a wreath-laying visit to Westminster Abbey and a state banquet in the evening. The couple will stay as guests of the Queen at Buckingham Palace tonight and tomorrow. Tomorrow will be devoted to politics, with talks between Mr Obama and Mr Cameron at 10 Downing Street, followed by an address to both Houses of Parliament, in which the president is expected to say that the US has no closer ally in the world than Britain. In their joint article, Mr Obama and Mr Cameron put the transatlantic partnership at the heart of the drive for global stability and prosperity. Hello Britain: President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle step off Air Force One as they arrive at London Stansted Airport last night Touchdown: Air Force One arrives at Stansted Airport, London ahead of schedule due to fears volcanic ash would spread over Britain today 'When the United States and Britain stand together, our people and people around the world can become more secure and more prosperous,' they wrote. 'And that is the key to our relationship. Yes, it is founded on a deep emotional connection, by sentiment and ties of people and culture. 'But the reason it thrives, the reason why this is such a natural partnership, is because it advances our common interests and shared values. 'It is a perfect alignment of what we both need and what we both believe. And the reason it remains strong is because it delivers time and again. 'Ours is not just a special relationship, it is an essential relationship - for us and for the world.' They also promised not to abandon the protesters fighting for democracy in the 'Arab Spring'. Flying the flag: British and American colours stand along The Mall leading to Buckingham Palace in preparation for the visit 'We will not stand by as their aspirations get crushed in a hail of bombs, bullets and mortar fire,' said the two leaders. 'We are reluctant to use force, but when our interests and values come together, we know we have a responsibility to act... 'We will stand with those who want to bring light into dark, support those who seek freedom in place of repression, aid those laying the building blocks of democracy.' It comes after Foreign Secretary William Hague and US secretary of state Hillary Clinton sent out a message to Syria's President Bashar Assad to halt his regime's repression of pro-democracy activists. Speaking to American reporters shortly before Mr Obama's arrival, Mr Cameron said there was 'an incredible alignment of views' between his administration and the White House on key global issues, including the military mission in Libya, the uprisings of the Arab Spring, Afghanistan and Pakistan. 'Smile, honey. We'll be meeting the Queen and that hat cost a lot of money.' And he paid lavish tribute to Mr Obama's style, saying that as well as being 'courageous' over issues such as Osama bin Laden, he was also 'thoughtful, measured and serious'. The current closeness of the UK-U.S. relationship was remarked upon at a joint press conference following talks between Mr Hague and Mrs Clinton at the Foreign Office. Mrs Clinton joked: 'If there were any closer alignment, we would worry about each other.' The two leaders are expected to drop in on a barbecue being hosted by their wives Michelle and Samantha for families of military personnel involved in joint UK-U.S. missions overseas. Mr Obama is due to travel on to France on Thursday morning for the G8 summit of leading industrialised nations in Deauville, also being attended by Mr Cameron. Raw Video: Obamas Visit Buckingham Palace
By SARAH BULL Red carpet debut: Elizabeth Hurley and Shane Warne leave the model's London home to head to Sir Elton John's White Tie and Tiara Ball Shane Warne's new appearance continues to baffle and entertain in equal measure. The 41-year-old Australian cricket star played the smooth-faced English gent as he escorted his girlfriend Elizabeth Hurley to Elton John's White Tie and Tiara Ball. The pair, who have been dating since last December, cut quite a dash as they headed to the annual fundraising event held at Sir Elton and partner David Furnish's Windsor Home but the main talking point was Mr Warne's distinctly smoother face. Smooth operator: Shane Warne as he was in 2005 and how he now looks six years on The cricketer, who has built up a reputation as a stereotypical macho Australian 'bloke', appeared to be wearing make up to boost his looks. He had his eyebrows shaped into a definite arch, perhaps styled by his own girlfriend, together with a goofy smoothed over hairstyle. Also noteworthy was his distinctly smoother looking face, particularly the area around his eyes with the disappearance of his crow's feet. You old smoothie: Shane Warne's altered appearance has led to speculation from some observers Posed up: The couple, who have been dating since last December, looked smart in their outfits In recent weeks observers have noted that the cricketer's formerly weathered, rough and ready appearance has altered somewhat thanks primarily to his weight loss, though he has rubbished any suggestion of surgery. Last week, cosmetic surgeon Dr Shahab Mahdi told the Daily Star: "The difference in Shane's appearance is dramatic. In my opinon it looks as though he has had a facelift.' His army of followers are not convinced either, accusing Shane of having a little help in the anti-ageing department. The morning after! Shane Warne didn't look like he was recovering from a hangover today while strolling around London Making a statement: Elizabeth opted for an animal-print gown which featured a long trailing train One fan took to Twitter, saying: 'He looks like a waxwork, all plucked and sculptured.' Another blogger from the social networking site wrote: 'How much surgery has shane warne had? Lol, the male version of jordan!' However the 41-year-old bowler defended himself, retaliating with: 'Questions re faclift/ Botox etc are absolute rubbish.' Home and dry: Liz Hurley wears Shane Warne's dinner jacket as they arrive back at her Chelsea home New look: The cricketer has shed his rough and ready image for a more dapper, smooth look The sportsman is believed to have lost around 22lbs over the last few months, largely due to his girlfriend's influence. In fact, Shane has now completely changed the way he thinks about food, as he showed on his Twitter page when he asked his followers for advice on what to eat. He tweeted: 'Feel like a hot pie with copious amounts of sauce with crinkle cut chips!! What the best pie?' Stunning: Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie attended the event with their mother Sarah Ferguson Hosts for the night: Sir Elton and partner David Furnish pose for photographers inside the party But Shane then added just minutes later: 'NO Shane!! 78kg is target currently 82.5. Settle on a protein shake with an apple and banana - sob.' In the fashion stakes Elizabeth stuck to her usual formula in a floor-sweeping animal-print gown. She admitted to her Twitter followers earlier in the day that she had been struggling to decide what to wear. She wrote: 'Off to Elton & David's White Tie & Tiara Aids fundraiser. Can't decide which dress......' Meanwhile, Shane looked sharp in a black tuxedo which highlighted his recent weight loss. Elizabeth and Shane looked happier than ever as they attended the ball, keeping their arms around each other and smiling for photographers. And, in a recent interview, Shane said he was looking forward to spending more time with his gorgeous girlfriend. Smile, Boris! Becker and wife Sharlely 'Lilly' Kerssenberg arrive at Sir Elton's Windsor home for the annual event He said: 'She's a lovely lady. We get on really well and I'm spending a lot of time in England this summer, working for Sky. 'We'll wait and see what happens between Liz and I - but at the moment things are great.' Earlier in the day, Shane was photographed arriving at Elizabeth's London home with a huge grin on his face and carrying a bag of golf clubs. Elizabeth, 46, announced in December that she had split from husband Arun Nayar, after pictures emerged of her kissing cricketer Shane Warne in a hotel in London. Following the pictures' publication, both Hurley and Warne hastily issued statements revealing that their respective marriages had been over for some time. Since then, the new couple have been making headlines for their on/off romance, rendezvous in Australia and India and tabloid rumours of his alleged infidelity. Elizabeth married Indian textile heir Nayar at Sudely Castle, near Winchcombe, Gloucestershire, in March 2007 - and had a traditional Hindu wedding at Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India. New love? Glee star Matthew Morrison arrived hand-in-hand with a mystery woman The ceremonies were attended by numerous celebrities, including Sir Elton John, who gave the bride away. Announcing her separation from Arun, Liz tweeted: 'Not a great day. For the record, my husband Arun & I separated a few months ago. Our close family & friends were aware of this.' She added: 'Painful, sad days. Arun & I separated for private reasons but FTR he has been a great father to our son Damian & will always be in his life.' Date night: Noel Edmonds and wife Liz Davies arrive at the estate Brunettes have more fun: Alexa Chung and Nancy Del'Ollio were among the invited guests Dressed in black: The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo star Noomi Rapace arrives Hours later, Shane, 41, took to his own blog to confirm that his tumultuous marriage to wife Simone was also over. In a statement he said: 'Sadly and unfortunately, Simone and I split up a while ago, our close friends and family were informed at that time. 'It is a private matter so we did not make it public. We remain friends and will continue to be good parents.' A notorious philanderer, Shane split from Simone, the mother of his children Brooke, 13, Jackson, 11 and Summer, 8, after a string of affairs, including a notorious sex text scandal in 2000 which saw him stripped of his Australian vice-captaincy. Casual wear: Earlier in the day Elizabeth was seen out shopping while Shane later popped around to her house carrying his bag of golf clubs Let me in! Shane rings the doorbell as he waits for Elizabeth to buzz him in source: dailymail
By SIMON CABLE and ANDREA MAGRATH Brave smile: Kelly Brook is spotted out in London for the first time since her baby loss She was left reeling after the tragic loss of her baby five months into pregnancy earlier this month. But Kelly Brook mustered the strength to put on a brave face as she faced the cameras for the first time since her heartbreaking loss. The 31-year-old model smiled brightly for photographers as she headed out in London just over a fortnight since losing her unborn baby girl. Moving forward: The leggy model put on a daring animal print dress for her first night out Kelly ventured out with the support of friends after two weeks of laying low at her farmhouse in Kent, where she was being comforted by family and friends including fiancé Thom Evans. But the beautiful brunette seemed determined to make her first tentative steps towards moving forward with her life, stepping out in a slinky pink animal-print dress and towering heels. Kelly appeared to be enjoying her night out in London as she chatted to her girlfriends in the back of a cab, while fiancé Thom was nowhere to be seen. Heartache: Kelly lost her baby five months into her pregnancy earlier this month The day before Kelly was spotted out for the first time since the terrible news emerged on May 10. She ventured out on her own on a shopping trip near her home. Wearing a backless summer frock and a Panama hat, the Piranha: 3D star was pictured carrying groceries to her car, including a large bunch of roses. Miss Brook was almost five months pregnant when she lost the daughter she was expecting with ex-Scottish rugby international Thom Evans, 26. Tragic loss: Kelly looked subdued as she carried a large bunch of roses to her car The former TV presenter was said to be ‘over the moon’ at the prospect of becoming a mother for the first time. She had announced she was pregnant after only four months of dating Evans. After news that she had lost the child, friends described her as ‘devastated’. One said: ‘She’s at home and she’s being looked after by Thom and her mum Sandra. ‘There’s nothing you can say to anyone at a time like this – she just needs to be allowed some time alone to grieve.’ source: dailymail
By REBECCA ENGLISH Pointed question: The Prince shares a joke with a Chelsea Pensioner at London's Royal Hospital today where he was put on the spot with a question about his marriage plans Blushing Prince Harry was put on the spot over his intentions towards on-off girlfriend Chelsy Davy today. The 26-year-old royal was attending the annual Founder’s Day parade at London’s Royal Hospital – home to the world famous Chelsea Pensioners - when he was caught out by cheeky former soldier William Titchmarsh, 85. As the prince greeted the retired soldier, Mr Titchmarsh made a reference to his elder brother’s recent wedding and asked: ‘So when are you getting married then?’ The third in line to the throne flushed a shade of pink and replied: ‘Not for a long time. Who put you up to do that to me?!’ ‘Oh dear, they’ll shoot me in the morning,’ the pensioner replied. ‘Yes, put him on a charge Sergeant Major,’ his neighbour quipped. Sorry sweetheart: The news will undoubtedly come as a blow to Harry's on/off girlfriend Chelsy Davy, pictured here with the Prince last year Harry has been dating Zimbabwean born law student Chelsy Davy for more than five years although the pair have split up and reunited several times. And while friends say they are still ‘an item’ and Chelsy attended Prince William and Kate Middleton’s wedding in April as the prince’s date, she was recently spotted holidaying with friends in Spain and is said to have claimed she was single again Stand up straight lads! Prince Harry inspects the veteran soldiers at London's Royal Hospital Bachelor pad: Pensioner John Ley shows Harry around his room at the Margaret Thatcher Infirmary at the Royal Hospital Chelsea The hospital’s Founder’s Day is always held on a day close to May 29th, the birthday of Prince Charles who founded the hospital, and is normally reviewed by a member of the Royal Family. Harry is understood to have been keen to take the parade for some time. The average age of the scarlet-clad pensioners on parade this year was 83 with the eldest, Joe Britton, who will celebrate his 100th birthday later this year Salute: The Prince was at the centre of proceedings at the Founder's Day Parade Dashing: Harry wore his Household Cavalry's Blues and Royals uniform with his blue Army Air Corps beret Hats off: The Pensioners raise their hats during today's Parade The pensioner has been at the institution for 17 years and remained seated while the prince took the salute of fellow residents. Harry later met him and joked: 'You should have been in the front line,' and the old soldier replied: 'When you reach 99 it's about time you finish.' Harry, who wore his Household Cavalry's Blues and Royals uniform with his blue Army Air Corps beret, became the first serving officer since the Duke of Kent in 1974 to review the Founder's Day Parade of Chelsea pensioners. All ears: Harry gave a moving speech, describing his pride at serving as a Junior Captain in the Army Air Corps. Over 1,000 guests were seated in stands In the grounds of the hospital more than 1,000 guests were seated in stands with the elderly residents lined up in formation in front of them. The old soldiers, who had an average age of 82, marched past Harry who took their salute as he stood below the gilt statue of Charles II. All those at the ceremony including Harry wore oak leaf sprigs in memory of the hospital's royal founder who escaped after the battle of Worcester in 1651 by hiding in an oak tree. Red coats: Harry became the first serving officer since the Duke of Kent in 1974 to review the Founder's Day Parade of Chelsea pensioners The Royal Hospital was founded in 1682 to care for old and inured soldiers and is currently home to some 300 male and female pensioners. Veterans are eligible to become a Chelsea Pensioner over the age of 65. Touring some of the hospital’s facilities, Harry popped in to see one of the residents, John Ley, and asked him: ‘Are you friendly with your neighbours? Do you have pillow fights in the corridors, then?’ He also gave a short but moving speech, describing his pride and nerves as a Junior Captain in the Army Air Corps at being in front of an audience with ‘so many years of extraordinary military service’. ‘It is an honour and a thrill to stand in these surroundings. The Royal Hospital – this world famous place – represents all that is great about our Country: beauty, traditional – and the wisdom that does with that – selflessness and duty,’ he said. And he couldn’t resist getting in a dig at his RAF Search and Rescue pilot brother – it is something of a dare between the pair to make a joke at each other’s expense when making public speeches. ‘I find it terrifying that your drill is so much better than my brother's, but it doesn’t surprise me,’ he quipped. source: dailymail
This cloud not idle time, it power: the command of leading architects and engineers has shown to the world the concept of unique structure which becomes a symbol of Olympic games of 2012 year.
Inflatable cloud
The easy transparent tower comes to an end with a cloud consisting of inflatable spheres at top. This design will help to create amusing 3D-show with the sky of London.
Carlo Ratti, the representative of one of leaders of the project (MIT SENSEable Cities Laboratory), has described the Cloud as “the new form of collective expression and experience, a symbol of a new epoch: it is a sign, rather than than simply material”.
Artist Tomas Saraceno, designer Alex Haw, expert Joerg Schleich also have entered into a command, engineering group Arup, landscape architect Agence Ter, and also company Google, writer Umberto Eco and professor Antoni Muntadas.
The size of a cloud depends on the finance which will be collected on the project. Every possible resources will be involved in gathering on cloud building, including Facebook and Twitter; Google will provide the project with contextual advertising and promo-campaign on YouTube.
“Obama has shown us a good example — it is necessary to include all possibilities of global community in an advertising campaign”, — makes comments Margo Miller. The project budget is mobile, as well as structure — the Cloud can be constructed both on $5 million, and on $50 million; how many will collect money, on so much and will construct.
The cloud will eat energy of the sun and people, will convert and make the new. The in itself structure of a cloud is innovative; authors consider as achievement a transparency, minimum use of materials at which use the volume considerable quantity will be made.
On a cloud the plasma monitors showing the actual information on event are placed; they will be visible from any area of a city. Screens — especial interest for Google. It corresponds to company mission — to organise the world information.
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER Slim Bea: Princess Beatrice cuts a svelte figure compared with pictures of her in a larger frock of similar hue she wore two years ago, right Does Princess Beatrice's yo-yo figure know no bounds? The 22-year-old, who has struggled with her weight in the past, turned more than a few heads this weekend with her incredibly svelte figure, which appears to have shrunk further than ever. Beatrice, who shed 2st before last year’s London Marathon, showed off her even slimmer frame as she attended a polo event at Cowdray Park in West Sussex wearing a short blue belted cocktail dress. It was a dramatic contrast with a larger frock of similar hue she wore two years ago. Young love: Beatrice was at the event with boyfriend Dave Clark She now looks at least two sizes smaller, and credits a fitness regime based on exercise, lots of water and plenty of fruit and vegetables, with keeping the weight off. Speaking about the pictures, she said at the time: 'I could probably do with losing the odd pound though, so perhaps it's the kick I need. 'It was such an unflattering bikini and I've got one that's so much nicer, so I could have kicked myself for wearing it. 'I thought people were a bit mean, although I know it comes with the territory. 'The trouble is, I don't have much confidence so it can be quite upsetting.' Inspired: It was the unflattering pictures of the princess on a beach in St Barts that spurred her on to lose two stone and run the London Marathon as part of a charity team tied together There has been no let up this year for the princess, who took part in the Windsor half marathon in September. She managed to complete the run in a very respectable two hours and 16 minutes. Then, in April she completed the London Marathon with her American boyfriend David Clark as part of a charity team tied together. They formed a human caterpillar of 34 people who ran the 26.2mile course together along with Sir Richard Branson's two children Sam and Holly. source: dailymail
By FAY SCHLESINGER What a difference: Princess Beatrice shows off her glamorous frame which is the result of a strict fitness regime after an unflattering photo of her in a bikini was published in 2008 Growing up in spotlight is never easy. But these days Princess Beatrice cuts a much more confident figure. The 22-year-old student showed off the full extent of her stunning weight loss this weekend, as she holidayed with her long-term boyfriend Dave Clark on a £400,000-a-week super-yacht in the South of France. Yippee! Beatrice leaps into the air on the end of this trapeze before plunging into the Mediterranean As she sunned herself off the coast of Antibes, Beatrice’s black strapless swim suit displayed her slender frame to perfection. And while the frills across her chest and hips highlighted the curves inherited from her mother the Duchess of York, the Queen’s granddaughter showed that she has kept up the regime developed with her personal fitness instructor in the lead-up to last year’s London Marathon. Can't take my eyes off you: Dave Clark smiles as his girlfriend Beatrice leaves the water in Antibes, Southern France Her toned appearance on Sunday was a far cry from pictures of the princess in a tight blue bikini in the Caribbean in 2008, which spurred her into vowing to shed her puppy fat. Beatrice told the Daily Mail at the time: ‘It was such an unflattering bikini and I've got one that's so much nicer, so I could have kicked myself for wearing it. Making a splash: Dave Clark leaps into the sea from a jetty where the yacht was moored in the Mediterranean Slimline: The Princess's one-piece swimsuit perfectly showed off her frame with the frills helping to highlight the curves she has inherited from her mother Surf's up! Beatrice and Dave also had fun on a pair of jet-skis 'I thought people were a bit mean, although I know it comes with the territory. The trouble is, I don't have much confidence so it can be quite upsetting. I could probably do with losing the odd pound though, so perhaps it is the kick I need.' But this weekend the royal’s self-assurance was palpable as she changed into a bikini and let down her auburn locks. Watched by admiring friends on the 195ft German-built Oasis yacht where she and 29-year-old Mr Clark are thought to have stayed as guests, Beatrice leapt into the air on the end of a trapeze before plunging into the Mediterranean. An equally svelte Mr Clark, a millionaire’s son who works for Virgin tycoon Sir Richard Branson, executed an impressive back-flip from the boat’s second deck. The six-berth yacht comes with a crew of 15 and a gym that transforms into a private nightclub. According to online advertisements, it can be chartered for between £285,000 and £418,000 a week. Testing the water: Beatrice dips her toes into the Mediterranean before taking a dip with her boyfriend That's enough: Following her swim the Princess returns to the boat - which houses a gym that transforms into a private nightclub Luxury on the waves: The Princess and her boyfriend are staying on a £400,000-a-week yacht Beatrice, who has faced a similar battle with yo-yoing weight as Sarah Ferguson, has previously put her transformation down to trainer Nadya Fairweather, whose help she enlisted in the lead-up to the London Marathon. She is also understood to have embarked on a diet that centres on eating fresh fruit and drinking plenty of water. Beatrice and her boyfriend have been dating for five years since meeting at a birthday party for Sean Brosnan, youngest son of James Bond actor Pierce, in 2006. The fifth in line to the throne has just finished a three-year course in history and history of ideas at Goldsmiths College in South London. Rather than becoming a full-time royal, she is expected to get a job once she has graduated, possibly in the field of art, fashion or charity work. source :dailymail
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER Barack Obama and David Cameron serve food from a barbecue as they entertain British and American service members and veterans at 10 Downing Street today Taliban must make 'decisive split' with al Qaida, says Cameron in joint press conference with Obama after garden party Forget table tennis - this is the ultimate photo opportunity for Barack Obama and David Cameron. The UK and U.S. leaders forged a special culinary relationship today as they manned the grill at a barbecue in honour of servicemen in the garden at No. 10. It was a moment of fun after this morning's in-depth talks on issues ranging from military campaigns in Libya and Afghanistan to global economic reform. Obama and Cameron diligently serve a burger to a soldier wounded in service during the garden party U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama and Samantha Cameron, wife of the Prime Minister, serve food at the barbecue for British and American service members and veterans The pair gamely served the cooked meat at the lunch party while their wives, Samantha and Michelle, spooned side dishes onto the plates of 150 American and British service members. The Prime Minister and the President appeared at ease as they performed their catering duties in shirt sleeves, chatting and laughing while they worked. Servicemen and their partners arrive at the Downing Street garden party, which was attended by 150 American and British military personnel The Prime Minister, left, and the President appeared at ease as they entertained military personnel in shirt sleeves Both leaders worked together to pile food on to one wounded soldier's plate, as other guests queued at the food-laden tables. Following the barbecue, Obama and Cameron gave a joint press conference in which the Prime Minister said Taliban must make a 'decisive split' with al Qaida if a political settlement in Afghanistan is to be brokered. Speaking outside Lancaster House in London, Mr Cameron said the U.S. operation against Osama bin Laden represented a 'strike right at the heart of international terrorism'. Mr Cameron said the next 12 months represented a 'vital year' in Afghanistan, while British and American troops had 'broken the momentum of the insurgency' in the country. Mr Obama speaks during a joint press conference with David Cameron at Lancaster House today. The Prime Minister said the next 12 months represented a 'vital year' in Afghanistan In the Taliban heartland of Kandahar and central Helmand, the insurgents were 'on the back foot', the Prime Minister said. Calling for a political settlement, he told the press conference: 'Now is the moment to step up our efforts to reach a political settlement. Obama arrived at Downing Street before 10am this morning for discussions with Cameron as he got down to the real political business of his state visit. Obama and Cameron, right, were joined by Nick Clegg, left, for today's talks at Downing Street. Mr Clegg, gesturing to the sunlit windows, said to the U.S. leader: 'You've brought the sun today' Mr Obama shares a joke with Nick Clegg at 10 Downing Street. Shaking hands with the Deputy Prime Minister, the U.S. leader said: 'Wonderful to see you' During the talks, the U.S. President insisted the alliance between America and the UK is key to providing global security after a 'difficult decade'. Nick Clegg proved that three isn't always a crowd as he joined the leaders and was seen sharing a joke with the President. Mr Obama was smiling broadly after making the short journey in Cadillac One - his bombproof limousine known as 'The Beast' - from Buckingham Palace. The leaders greeted each other with a handshake before Mr Obama patted the Prime Minister on the shoulder. They then shook hands again on the steps of No. 10 but they were no Obama smiles before today's meeting with Cameron. The U.S. President and the Prime Minister are to spend the morning holding talks before a joint press conference in Downing Street Commander-in-chief: Barack Mr Obama takes a seat across from David Cameron (second left) in the Cabinet Room for today's talks on security with other ministers, advisers and officials Barack Obama is greeted by the Prime Minister outside 10 Downing Street this morning. The pair are discussing issues ranging from military campaigns in Libya and Afghanistan to global economic reform He is expected to tell MPs and peers that even though the world has changed significantly since the Second World War, the UK-US relationship and the broader transatlantic alliance is still the 'cornerstone of global security'. The 'Arab Spring' in the Middle East and North Africa reinforce that the allies' shared beliefs are 'not just relevant but essential', he is to say. The president will also strike an optimistic note by claiming that the world is 'turning a corner' following a 'difficult decade'. As well as operations winding down in Iraq, the shift to Afghanistan taking control of its own security has begun, and al Qaida has been 'weakened' by successes such as the recent killing of Osama bin Laden. Yesterday, large parts of central London were brought to a standstill as crowds gathered to welcome the president for his first state visit. Obama and Cameron wave to members of the media outside the Prime Minister's official residence, prior to their meeting Mr Obama made the short journey in Cadillac One - his bombproof limousine known as 'The Beast' - from Buckingham Palace Police marksmen take position on rooftops along Whitehall as the Presidential motorcade arrives at Downing Street this morning. Helicopters were seen whirring overhead, as part of the major security operation After being greeted by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace, the president and first lady met newlyweds the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge before Mr Obama laid a wreath at the Grave of the Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey. Mr Obama and Mr Cameron then dropped in on a south London school where they took off their jackets to play two schoolboys at table tennis. But the Anglo-American team took a sound beating at the hands of 16-year-olds Jason Do and Jamiyu Mojaji at the Globe Academy in Southwark. Mr and Mrs Obama then attended a star-studded state banquet in the president's honour at Buckingham Palace last night as the Queen hailed the US as Britain's 'most important ally'. Cameron and Obama pose for the army of press photographers gathered outside 10 Downing Street U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton walks with British Foreign Secretary William Hague to join Obama at 10 Downing Street The smartly dressed driver of the President's vehicle brushes down its shiny exterior as she waits for him outside the Prime Minister's residence She insisted the relationship was 'tried, tested and, yes, special' and the two nations together contributed to security and prosperity of the world. 'I firmly believe that the strength of our links and many shared interests will continue to ensure that when the United States and the United Kingdom stand together, our people and other people of goodwill around the world will be more secure and more prosperous,' the Queen said. Responding with his own toast, Mr Obama spoke of the 'rock-solid foundation' between the two countries. Mr Obama's motorcade travels along the Mall as it leaves Buckingham Palace to go to Downing Street this morning 'From that day to this, you have been our closest partner in the struggle to protect our people from terrorism attacks and violent extremism from around the world despite very heavy sacrifices here,' the president said. 'As we confront the challenges of the 21st century together we have can confidence in the partnership our two countries share, based on a rock-solid foundation built during Queen Elizabeth's lifetime of extraordinary service to her nation and to the world.' Mr Cameron and Mr Obama sat down for talks in the White Room of No 10 shortly before 10am this morning. 'Okay. Enough about Ryan Giggs. What's the latest on Arnold Schwarzenegger?' As about a dozen photographers took pictures at the start of the meeting, the president joked: 'All right guys, one of those must have worked.' Foreign Secretary William Hague and U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton followed the two leaders into Number 10 half an hour later. Mrs Clinton waved briefly and smiled as she entered. Michelle Obama, the wife of the U.S. President, and Samantha Cameron, wife of the Prime Minister, pose with their husbands on the steps of 10 Downing Street yesterday Earlier, the smartly dressed driver of the president's vehicle brushed down its shiny exterior as she waited for him outside the Prime Minister's residence. Mr Obama and Mr Cameron were joined by Nick Clegg at about 10.15am. Shaking hands with the Deputy Prime Minister, the US leader said: 'Wonderful to see you.' Mr Clegg, gesturing to the sunlit windows, said: 'You've brought the sun today.' At about 10.40am, the President, Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister moved to the Cabinet Room for talks on security with other ministers, advisers and officials. Mr Cameron and Mr Obama sat opposite each other in the centre of the coffin-shaped Cabinet table, the Prime Minister flanked by Mr Clegg and Mr Hague, and the President by Mrs Clinton and the U.S. Ambassador to London, Louis Susman. Other British ministers attending included Chancellor George Osborne and Home Secretary Theresa May. Special relationship 'stronger than ever'
Miss Paraguay 2011/ Reinas Paraguayas 2011 Final Results Nicole Huber Crowned Miss Mundo Paraguay 2011; Alba Lucia Riquelme Valenzuela Crowned Miss Universo Paraguay 2011; Stephania Vazquez Stegman crowned Miss International Paraguay 2011. Miss Paraguay 2011/ Reinas Paraguayas 2011 beauty pageant held on June 23rd. Alba Lucia Riquelme Valenzuela, a student of public relations from Asuncion, was crowned Miss Universo Paraguay 2011. Alba, also a professional model, is 20 years old and stands 1.79 m tall. She will represent Paraguay at the 2011 Miss Universe pageant to be held in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in September. Miss Mundo Paraguay is 20-year old Nicole Huber Vera, a student of interior design. She is 1.75 m tall and will compete in the 61st Miss World pageant to take place in London, England, in November. Crowned as Miss International Paraguay was Stephania Vazquez, Stegman, a student of English. She will compete in the Miss International 2011 pageant to be held in Chengdu, China, in October. The 1st runner-up was Coral Ruiz, while the 2nd runner-up was Lourdes Motta; In 6th place was Leticia Patino (to Miss Bikini International in China) and in 7th place was Alexandra Fretes (to Miss Earth 2011 in Thailand). Special thanks and credits to BeautyPageantNews Miss Universo Paraguay 2011 Alba Lucía Riquelme Valenzuela (20, 1.79m, Asunción) was crowned Miss Universo Paraguay 2011 at the conclusion of the Reinas Paraguayas 2011 pageant. She will represent Paraguay in Miss Universe 2011 in Sao Paulo, Brazil on September 12.
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Miss Mundo Paraguay 2011
Nicole Elizabeth Húber Vera(20, 1.75m, Asunción) was crownedMiss Mundo Paraguay 2011at the same event held at the Telefuturo Studios in Asunción. She will representParaguayin Miss World 2011 in London, England on November 6.
Miss Internacional Paraguay 2011
Stephania Sofía Vázquez Stegman(18, 1.77m, Asunción) won theMiss Internacional Paraguay 2011title and will go to Miss International 2011 in Chengdu, China.
Coral Ruíz Reyes was the first runner-up and Lourdes María del Carmen Motta Rolón was the second runner-up. Myrian Leticia Patiño Arguello and Alexandra Helena Fretes Galeano completed the Top 7.
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By JODY THOMPSON Not feeling blue: Cher Lloyd showed off a blue bra through a Swiss cheese style white top as she arrived at Radio 1 in London today She's had her own unique sense of style since she emerged on X Factor last year - and Cher Lloyd shows no sign of toning down her fashion choices any time soon. The 17-year-old, who's preparing to release her debut solo single Swagger Jagger, arrived at the BBC Radio 1 studios in London today wearing a white holey top that showed off a bright blue bra underneath. The clothes mad singer had teamed the 'Swiss cheese' style top with pale grey skinny trousers, black jewelled stiletto boots and a pink cardigan. Kind: The X Factor star stopped to sign autographs for the dozens of fans waiting outside before she went into Radio 1 to chat to DJ Scott Mills The star also stopped to sign autographs for fans who'd waited outside the Radio 1 studios before she went in to be interviewed by DJ Scott Mills - and for the premiere of her debut solo single. Cher also chatted to Scott about her music, her fans - and her 'haters.' She also dismissed rumours about having recorded a track with her former X Factor mentor Cheryl Cole, saying she has had no contact with her since the show ended. When asked about negative press and public opinion towards her she replied: 'I can see why people don't like me.' And on being labelled a brat - the name given to all her fans on Twitter - she confessed: 'I haven't grown up yet and probably never will.' Fashion fan: The singer had teamed her white top and bra combo with a pink cardigan, pink handbag, grey skinny trouser and jewelled black stiletto boots Her debut single Swagger Jagger meanwhile is sure to provoke Marmite-like reactions from listeners. Cher has deliberated referred to the controversy surrounding her in the lyrics of the song too. The include: 'You can't stop clickin 'bout me. Writin' 'bout me, tweeting 'bout me. 'Swagger jagger you should get some of your own. Count that money, get your game on.' The track will hit the shops on 31 July. The Malvern, Worcestershire youngster is clearly thrilled to bits to be finally releasing new material. Love or hate her: Cher's new single Swagger Jagger is bound to provoke a reaction whatever you think of her She wrote on her Twitter account this evening: 'I've had such an crackin day! thanks to everyone at radio 1 and 1xtra! big up to my team ! swagggerrrr jagggerrrrrr!!!!!!' Cher has previously said of the single: 'Swagger Jagger was one of the first tracks we recorded and I loved it straight away and knew it had to be my first single! I hope you all like it.' However, UK rapper Example, who is currently at No. 1 in the UK singles charts, is not a fan. He mocked Lloyd after an unfinished version of the song was leaked online last week, tweeting: 'The biggest crime since she got a record deal.' Cher's debut album meanwhile, which she's been working on with producers including Max Martin, Red One and TMS, is out in November. Cher Lloyd - Swagger Jagger (Official Preview)
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Miss Universo Paraguay 2011
Alba Lucía Riquelme Valenzuela(20, 1.79m, Asunción) was crownedMiss Universo Paraguay 2011at the conclusion of theReinas Paraguayas 2011pageant. She will representParaguayin Miss Universe 2011 in Sao Paulo, Brazil on September 12.
Miss Mundo Paraguay 2011
Nicole Elizabeth Húber Vera(20, 1.75m, Asunción) was crownedMiss Mundo Paraguay 2011at the same event held at the Telefuturo Studios in Asunción. She will representParaguayin Miss World 2011 in London, England on November 6.
Miss Internacional Paraguay 2011
Stephania Sofía Vázquez Stegman(18, 1.77m, Asunción) won theMiss Internacional Paraguay 2011title and will go to Miss International 2011 in Chengdu, China.
Coral Ruíz Reyes was the first runner-up and Lourdes María del Carmen Motta Rolón was the second runner-up. Myrian Leticia Patiño Arguello and Alexandra Helena Fretes Galeano completed the Top 7.
source: (Thank you and credits to http://www.timesofbeauty.com/ and all sources for the information and pictures) Miss Paraguay 2011/ Reinas Paraguayas 2011 Final Results Nicole Huber Crowned Miss Mundo Paraguay 2011; Alba Lucia Riquelme Valenzuela Crowned Miss Universo Paraguay 2011; Stephania Vazquez Stegman crowned Miss International Paraguay 2011. Miss Paraguay 2011/ Reinas Paraguayas 2011 beauty pageant held on June 23rd. Alba Lucia Riquelme Valenzuela, a student of public relations from Asuncion, was crowned Miss Universo Paraguay 2011. Alba, also a professional model, is 20 years old and stands 1.79 m tall. She will represent Paraguay at the 2011 Miss Universe pageant to be held in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in September. Miss Mundo Paraguay is 20-year old Nicole Huber Vera, a student of interior design. She is 1.75 m tall and will compete in the 61st Miss World pageant to take place in London, England, in November. Crowned as Miss International Paraguay was Stephania Vazquez, Stegman, a student of English. She will compete in the Miss International 2011 pageant to be held in Chengdu, China, in October. The 1st runner-up was Coral Ruiz, while the 2nd runner-up was Lourdes Motta; In 6th place was Leticia Patino (to Miss Bikini International in China) and in 7th place was Alexandra Fretes (to Miss Earth 2011 in Thailand). source: (Thank you and credits to http://beautypageantnews.com/ and all sources for the information and pictures)
By SARAH BULL Loved-up: Alex Reid and Chantelle Houghton attempted to dispel showmance rumours about their relationship with a loved-up display at The Fighter DVD launch They've been accused of putting on a 'showmance' to increase their public profiles. But last night Alex Reid and Chantelle Houghton attempted to silence their critics with a very loved-up public display at the DVD launch of Mark Wahlberg's movie The Fighter. Chantelle, 27, and 35-year-old Alex kissed and cuddled for photographers as they posed at the event, held at London's York Hall. We're so in love: The pair even colour co-ordinated their outfits for the occasion The pair even colour-coordinated their outfits, with Chantelle opting for a black vest top and white jacket, while Alex went for a black and white pinstriped suit. Chantelle and Alex have also been trying to validate their relationship with some flirting on Twitter. After Chantelle's PETA photocall outside the Houses of Parliament earlier this week, which saw the former Big Brother star dress up as a sexy tiger, Alex tweeted her: 'Well done for today babe. Wanna get with me in a cage? X' Chantelle later replied: 'Aww thanks baby! erm...ok! haha. mwah X' Close: The couple held hands as they left the party at London's York Hall The couple were recently seen enjoying a luxury spa break at the five-star spa The Grove in Hertfordshire where they apparently 'got to know each other better.' Moving on: Chantelle and Alex's apparent romance comes a few months after they split from their respective exes Rav Wilding and Katie Price source: dailymail
Brixton heroes, urban art and architectural detail combine to reflect the dynamic past and present of one of London’s most vibrant areas — as the world’s first urban complementary currency points to its future. Balancing expected currency motifs with state-of-the-art production techniques, these notes are both an advert for Brixton’s amazing diversity, and two-fingers to the pedestrian paper the rest of us have to carry in our wallets. Need to borrow a Ziggy anyone?
Advertising Agency: This Ain't Rock'n'Roll, London, UK; Designers: Clive Russell, Charlie Waterhouse; Project Manager: Susan Tomlinson; Print Production: Paul Neal/Orion Security Print.
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